The Finnish government plans to implement stricter requirements for permanent residency to support integration into Finnish society. The Ministry of the Interior proposes increasing the required residency period from four years to six. Applicants must also show proficiency in Finnish … Read more
German authorities issued 7,300 family reunification visas to children in 2024. This made up 60.8% of the 12,000 total visas granted for family reunification, according to the German Foreign Office. These visas allowed children to join their parents or other … Read more
Tourism in Cyprus hit a record high in 2024, with over 4 million people visiting the island. This milestone strengthened Cyprus’ standing as a leading travel destination. Tourism hits new highs In 2024, Cyprus welcomed 4,040,200 tourists, breaking its 2019 … Read more
Fewer irregular migrants entered the European Union (EU) in 2024, hitting the lowest numbers since 2021. Frontex, the EU’s border agency, reported a 38% drop in border crossings compared to 2023. Authorities detected just over 239,000 unauthorized entries, mainly due … Read more
Spain has proposed a plan to charge a 100% property tax on homes bought by non-European Union (EU) residents to tackle a major housing crisis. The idea has caused strong disagreements nationwide, with critics calling it unfair and unlikely to … Read more
The number of people seeking asylum in Europe dropped in 2024, showing a clear change in migration trends. Some view this as a step forward in handling migration, while others worry that tougher policies may be keeping out those who … Read more
Spain broke its record for international tourism in 2024, with visitors spending over 118 billion euros by November. This is a 16.7% rise from the same period in 2023, showing the country’s strong ability to attract tourists from around the … Read more
Cities in France and Italy are now ranked among the top 25 destinations worldwide in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2025. The awards highlight the destinations with the best traveler reviews from the past year. These cities showcase Europe’s appeal … Read more
Nearly one in four Finnish businesses hire immigrants, which boosts workplace diversity and strengthens customer service, recent surveys show. This trend brings clear benefits, especially for rural businesses and manufacturing companies. Businesses credit immigrants for boosting workplace inclusion, customer service … Read more
The European Union (EU) has introduced stricter rules to improve border security and fight terrorism and serious crime. Airlines flying to the EU must now share detailed passenger information with authorities before landing. This measure aims to strengthen the EU’s … Read more